Montgomery County Coroner

Montgomery County, PA

County Partisan

Current Incumbent

Janine Darby

Democratic

In office since January 2024

Next Election

Nov 2, 2027

Filing Window

Mar 10, 2027 - Aug 2, 2027

Term Length

4 years

Number of Seats

1

About this position

The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is responsible for inquiring into the cause and manner of death of a citizen in their jurisdiction. The County Coroner or Medical Examiner is also responsible for completing test results, documenting evidence, completing autopsies, and providing testimonies.

Eligibility requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Must be a resident of the district
  • Must have relevant professional experience
  • All persons elected to any county office must be at least 18 years old, U.S. citizens, and residents of the county for at least one year prior to their election.

Filing information

Elections office

One Montgomery Plaza, 425 Swede St, Suite 602, Norristown, PA 19401

Phone: 610-278-3275

Fee & signature requirements

Filing fee is $100. Signature Requirements: 250.

Filing instructions

Submit paperwork to the County Board of Elections' office.

Primary Type Partisan
Primary Date May 18, 2027
Primary Filing Feb 16, 2027 - Mar 9, 2027
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